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cybersecurity
Technology / 17 weeks ago
‘123456’ and ‘Password’ still reign: New report reveals most common passwords by country
Cybersecurity threats are rampant yet, millions of users across the globe continue to rely on dangerously weak passwords. According to new data from NordPass’s 2025 annual study, familiar combinations like “123456” and “password” remain the most popular and least secure choices in several countries.
Technology / 19 weeks ago
OpenAI, Anthropic, Anduril dominate 2025 AI valuation surge
Leading private companies are experiencing explosive growth in AI valuations, driven by a global race that’s channelling billions in venture capital into firms advancing intelligent systems, cybersecurity technologies, and next-generation productivity platforms. At the top of the leaderboard is OpenAI, which expanded its valuation from roughly $78 billion in 2024 to $300 billion in 2025—a 284% increase. The company, which powers GPT-4o and has reshaped enterprise productivity with its ChatGPT Enterprise and API integrations, is now the most valuable private AI company globally.
Business / 48 weeks ago
CISA, NSA, and FBI warn of Chinese cyber threats to U.S. critical infrastructure
The United States faces growing threats to its critical infrastructure as the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), National Security Agency (NSA), and FBI jointly warn of cyberattacks orchestrated by Chinese state-sponsored actors. These attacks, targeting vital sectors such as Communications, Energy, Transportation Systems, and Water and Wastewater Systems, have raised alarms over potential future disruptions to national security. European Repository of Cyber Incidents (EuRepoC) reveals that Volt Typhoon—also known as Vanguard Panda—has been identified as a key perpetrator in infiltrating critical systems. The group’s activities suggest a long-term strategy of positioning themselves for potential disruptive cyberattacks, underscoring the increasing sophistication and persistence of state-sponsored cyber threats.
